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Aerospace
07.02.2025 | Strategy Paper

On-Orbit Servicing

Driving Sustainable Space Operations

Discover how advanced servicing extends satellite life, reduces space debris, and enables future-ready innovations.

WHY ON-ORBIT SERVICING MATTERS MORE THAN EVER 

The rapid growth of satellite deployments and increasing orbital congestion demand innovative solutions. OOS offers a suite of services, including: 

  • Extending Satellite Lifespan: By servicing nearly 30,000 GEO transponders and delaying costly replacements, OOS ensures uninterrupted operations and maximised returns
  • Space Debris Mitigation: Advanced robotic technologies enable the safe removal of defunct satellites, reducing the risk of collisions and preserving orbital space for future missions
  • Future-Ready Innovations: Modular satellite designs, 3D printing in space, and in-orbit repairs open new possibilities for cost-effective and sustainable operations across all orbits

TOP FINDINGS FROM OUR ON-ORBIT SERVICING WHITEPAPER 

  1. Revolutionising Geostationary Satellites: OOS has proven its ability to extend the operational life of ageing satellites, saving costs and maintaining critical services
  2. Leading Space Sustainability Efforts: Through debris removal and servicing technologies, OOS addresses one of the most pressing challenges in modern space operations
  3. Pioneering New Applications: From inclination corrections to in-orbit manufacturing, the capabilities of OOS are setting the stage for the next era of space exploration

HOW OOS IS REDEFINING SPACE OPERATIONS 

With global initiatives such as ESA’s ClearSpace-1 mission and NASA’s advances in in-orbit manufacturing, the vision of OOS is quickly becoming a reality. By integrating cutting-edge technologies like AI-driven navigation systems, modular designs, and autonomous robotics, OOS is more than a solution—it’s a revolution.

VISIT OUR PAPER

This comprehensive study, developed in collaboration with Fraunhofer AVIATION & SPACE und Fraunhofer INT and H&Z, dives into the transformative impact of OOS on the space industry. It provides insights into technological advancements, economic benefits, and future applications that will shape the future of space operations.

CONTACT OUR EXPERTS

Sven Steinert

Head of H&Z Management Consulting
Sven Steinert

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